An Epic Devotional for Kids | Book Review


When I was a kid, I saw each Bible story as a separate story with the story of Jesus being the most famous one, the most important one. I wish a book like “Epic Devotions” had been out then. “Epic Devotions” is not just a book of devotions for kids, it tells the entire narrative of the Bible. (Not to be replaced with actual bible reading though.) Each devotion is sure to catch the eye of a kid, with bright colorful illustrations. They layout of this devotion book is perfect for a kid. At the beginning of each devotion, they will be challenged to look up and read the story in their own Bible. The devotion provides an overview and explanation of what kids just read. At the end of each devotion, there is a challenge that kids can do to live out what they just read. It can be as simple as praying to God or sharing what they read with a friend. This devotion then challenges kids to memorize a verse each week. There are 52 devotions, one for each week. If a child goes through all these in the course of the year, not only will they have memorized 52 Bible verses, but they would have gone through the entire storyline of the Bible. They will see how each Biblical account points to Jesus Christ. They will learn that the Bible is all one big story about God’s love for us. I would highly recommend this book for any child.

*I received a free copy from B&H/LifeWay Bloggers in exchange for an honest review.*

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